Mechanical Engineer I in Burnaby, British Columbia at D-Wave Quantum Inc.

D-Wave (NYSE: QBTS), D-Wave is a leader in the development and delivery of quantum computing systems, software, and services. We are the world’s first commercial supplier of quantum computers, and the only company building both annealing and gate-model quantum computers. Our mission is to help customers realize the value of quantum, today. Our quantum computers — the world’s largest — feature QPUs with sub-second response times and can be deployed on-premises or accessed through our quantum cloud service, which offers 99.9% availability and uptime. More than 100 organizations trust D-Wave with their toughest computational challenges. With over 200 million problems submitted to our quantum systems to date, our customers apply our technology to address use cases spanning optimization, artificial intelligence, research and more. Learn more about realizing the value of quantum computing today and how we’re shaping the quantum-driven industrial and societal advancements of tomorrow: www.dwavequantum.com.

You can read more about our company and our innovations in the pages of The Wall Street Journal, Time Magazine, Fast Company, MIT Technology Review, Forbes, Inc. Magazine, Wired and across many whitepapers.

At D-Wave, we’re helping customers realize the value of quantum computing today and are shaping the quantum-driven industrial and societal advancements of tomorrow.

About the role

D-Wave is seeking a Mechanical Engineer I to join our engineering team. The successful applicant will gain experience in our state-of-the-art lab working with complex, multi-disciplinary systems. You will collaborate on various design projects that span engineering, manufacturing, and quality assurance.

What you'll do

• Design, prototyping, testing, troubleshooting and improvement of system sub-assemblies
• Assisting in the mechanical assembly of complete systems
• Performing and documenting system-level tests
• Assembling, testing, and troubleshooting supply service systems
• Detailing designs and documenting assembly procedures
• Assisting in development projects as well as scheduled and unscheduled maintenance

About you

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or Engineering Physics, or equivalent training and experience
• Solid‐modeling and detailed drawing experience
• Proficiency in designing for machining and metal forming processes
• Capable of comprehending and explaining complex technical concepts
• An excellent understanding of engineering with strong technical skills
• Excellent critical thinking, analysis, and problem solving
• Excellent written & verbal communication

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to multi-disciplinary technical drawings, schematics, procedures and system design
• Mechanical prototype design experience
• Experience selecting materials based on their material properties
• Software programming experience
• Assisted in Engineering Change Orders for production
• Cryogenic and/or high vacuum equipment experience
• Knowledge of complex manufacturing processes
• Mechanical, electrical, automotive, or similar repair experience
• Creative hobbies – sewing, painting, woodworking, etc.
• Ability to register with EGBC

A D-Waver's DNA

• We look at the future and say “why not”; we see possibilities where others see problems or routines. We show the way ahead and are committed to achieving ambitious goals.
• We practice straight talk and listen generously to each other with empathy. We value different opinions and points of views. We ensure that we connect outside as well as inside to learn from others and inspire each other.
• We hold ourselves accountable for delivering results. We make decisions & take responsibility so that we can act & support each other.
• As leaders we motivate & engage our teams to undertake beyond what they originally thought possible, by developing our teams & creating the conditions for people to grow and empower themselves through enabling & coaching.

Our Compensation Philosophy is Simple but Powerful:

We believe providing D-Wavers with company ownership, competitive pay, and a range of meaningful benefits is the start of creating a culture where people want to give the best they’ve got — not because they’re simply making money, but because they’ve fallen in love with our vision, mission, values, and team.

During the interview process, your Recruiter will review our total rewards (base, equity, bonus, perks, benefit, culture) offerings. The final offer is determined by your proficiencies within this level.

Inclusion:

We celebrate diverse perspectives to drive innovation in our pursuit. Our employees range from distinguished domain experts with decades of experience in their respective fields, to bright and motivated graduates eager to make their mark. Our diverse and innovative team will make you feel appreciated, supported and empower your career growth at D-Wave.

The Fine Print:

No 3rd party candidates will be accepted

It is D-Wave Systems Inc. policy to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, local law.

The base pay range for this role is:

67,120 - 100,680 CAD per year (Burnaby)